It is with profound sadness and a heavy heart that we inform you of the sudden and untimely passing of Shri K. S. Sheshadri, Deputy General Secretary of NFTE (BSNL). He left us unexpectedly this morning at 4:00 am at Jhansi Medical College. Shri Sheshadri was traveling by train to Delhi to attend the Wage Revision Committee meeting scheduled for 3:00 pm on 23rd October 2024. During the journey, before reaching Jhansi, he experienced severe discomfort. The railway personnel assisted him out of the coach and took him to Jhansi Medical College and Hospital, where he sadly breathed his last at around 4:00 AM.
AIGETOA CHQ prays to the almighty to provide his family with sufficient strength and courage to tide over the crisis and for bearing this irreparable loss. We also pray so that the eternal soul rests in peace.
GS AIGETOA writes to CMD BSNL Shri A Robert J Ravi Ji with request for settling the long pending bottlenecks in promotions – Our request to consider the promotions of all eligible executives who have completed their residency period to settle the unrest and demotivation amongst all the executives and Request for your kind intervention to provide the Natural Justice to meritorious LDCE-2012 qualified SDEs, especially List 12 & 13 SDEs.
GS AIGETOA writes to CMD, BSNL regarding Immediate stoppage to the arbitrary deployment of MTNL Executives to BSNL and resolve immediately the longstanding issues of Pay Disparity, Promotion bottlenecks and Pension related to BSNL Executives.
Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) proudly unveiled its new logo at a ceremony held on October 22, 2024 in New Delhi, symbolizing the company’s renewed commitment to providing secure, affordable, and reliable connectivity across the country. The logo was launched by the Honorable Union Minister of Communications and Development of the North-East Region, Shri Jyotiraditya M Scindia, alongside the Honorable Minister of State for Communications and Rural Development, Dr. Pemmasani Chandra Sekhar. The event, hosted at Bharat Sanchar Bhavan, also saw the presence of senior officials from the Department of Telecommunications, BSNL, and other key industry stakeholders.
A New Identity: Logo Design and Meaning
BSNL’s new logo embodies vibrancy, trust, and a vision for nationwide reach. The design features green and white arrows encircling the map of India, symbolizing the company’s extensive coverage and commitment to connecting every corner of Bharat. The vibrant orange backdrop represents warmth and inclusivity, while the bold tagline “Connecting Bharat” underscores BSNL’s mission to bridge the digital divide, offering a modern and reliable telecom network that serves both urban and rural communities.
New BSNL Logo
Seven Pioneering Initiatives: A Comprehensive Approach
Alongside the new logo, BSNL introduced seven innovative initiatives aimed at transforming connectivity in India, anchored in three key pillars: Security, Affordability, and Reliability.
Security Initiatives
• Spam! Free Network:BSNL has rolled out an automatic spam-blocking solution that filters out phishing attempts and malicious SMS. This initiative ensures a safer communication environment without the need for constant alerts, providing users with seamless and secure interactions.
Affordability Initiatives
• BSNL National Wi-Fi Roaming:This first-of-its-kind seamless Wi-Fi roaming service enables high-speed internet access for BSNL’s FTTH customers at various hotspots, eliminating extra charges and minimizing data costs.
• BSNL IFTV: BSNL launches India’s first fiber-based intranet TV service, offering over 500 live channels and Pay TV to FTTH subscribers at no additional cost, with data usage not counted against their FTTH data packs.
• Any Time SIM (ATS) Kiosks: BSNL introduces automated SIM kiosks that allow customers to purchase, upgrade, port, or replace SIM cards anytime, utilizing UPI/QR-enabled payments and multi-lingual access, all while ensuring seamless KYC integration.
Reliability Initiatives
• Direct-to-Device Service: India’s first Direct-to-Device (D2D) connectivity solution merges satellite and terrestrial mobile networks for uninterrupted communication, especially crucial in emergencies and isolated areas, supporting UPI payments even in remote locations.
• Public Protection & Disaster Relief: BSNL has developed a secure, scalable network for disaster response, providing guaranteed encrypted communication for government and relief agencies during crises. This innovative network design, supported by drone and balloon-based systems, ensures continuous connectivity during emergencies.
• First Private SG in Mines: Partnering with C-DAC, BSNL introduces reliable, low-latency connectivity for mining operations, utilizing Made-in-India equipment. This service enhances advanced AI and IoT applications, ensuring safety and operational efficiency in underground and opencast mines.
A Commitment to Transforming India’s Telecom Landscape
These initiatives and the new logo represent BSNL’s unwavering commitment to revolutionizing India’s telecom landscape. By focusing on secure, affordable, and reliable connectivity, BSNL aims to make digital communication accessible to all, fostering inclusivity and progress in every corner of Bharat. As the nation moves forward, BSNL stands at the forefront, ready to connect India with innovation and integrity.
As many executives reported that due to festive season and holidays, they couldn’t fill up the IPMS Achievements, AIGETOA Pursued with authorities to extend the window for a brief period. On our request RESTG cell has extended the window for two days.
Executives who could not fill up the Achievements can do do in these two days.
As a follow up to our discussions and deliberations with CMD BSNL on 3rd and 4th October, Team AIGETOA had follow up discussions with the unit heads dealing with various issues yesterday. After our meeting, it is understood that CMD BSNL has taken a review meeting on Monday, the 14th October 2024, with the whole HR group to deliberate upon how to move forward with the resolution over various issues flagged by AIGETOA. Hopefully we are going to see a positive outcome on some of the major issues in the near future.
Team AIGETOA is diligently working and following up on all the issues. We are committed to convert the assurances made to us into results and are taking all the efforts to ensure the same.
It is further to inform that some negative forces’ are also working in full gear who themselves are doing nothing but reaching management every now and then with objections that why support association is being granted so much privilege and meetings. However, we will not allow such negative forces to prevail and will ensure that now when things are coming back to track, no group or persons derail the resolution.
BSNL Corporate Office, issued order for the retention/modification/cancellation of AGMs/DEs who are under long stay transfer to other circles and have represented for retention on medical grounds and ward studying in 12th standard and appearing for Board Examination.
May this Dussehra bring you victory over all challenges and fill your life with joy, success, and prosperity. Let the divine spirit of Lord Rama guide you to always choose the path of righteousness and truth. Just as Lord Rama overcame great trials, BSNL continues its journey toward success and growth…
Wishing you and your family a very Happy Dussehra from AIGETOA CHQ!
With deep respect and heartfelt sorrow, we at AIGETOA, along with all BSNL employees, pay tribute to Shri Ratan Tata, a giant of Indian industry, a visionary leader, and a true patriot who dedicated his life to the advancement of our nation. His passing marks the end of an era, yet his contributions will forever illuminate the path forward for future generations.
Shri Ratan Tata’s leadership of the Tata Group was nothing short of transformative. Under his stewardship, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) became a global technology leader, symbolizing the true potential of Indian innovation. His unwavering commitment to India’s self-reliance resonates deeply with us at BSNL, especially in our joint endeavors with TCS in pioneering indigenous 4G and 5G technologies. Together, we strive to fulfill his vision of a technologically empowered and self-sufficient India.
Ratan Tata was more than just a corporate titan—his humility, compassion, and commitment to philanthropy defined him as a man who always prioritized the welfare of society over personal or corporate gains. His immense contributions to healthcare, education, and rural development have left a legacy that transcends business and touches the hearts of millions.
As we remember Shri Ratan Tata, we vow to carry forward his vision of a modern, innovative India. In collaboration with TCS, BSNL stands at the forefront of India’s technological advancements, honoring his dream of making India a leader in telecommunications and digital empowerment. His legacy will continue to inspire us as we build a future powered by indigenous technology, fostering Aatmanirbhar Bharat in every sense.
In the early 2000s, Tata Motors faced severe financial challenges and even considered selling its passenger car division to Ford. During a meeting, the Tata team reportedly faced humiliation from Ford executives. However, instead of giving up, Ratan Tata decided to withdraw the sale offer and turned Tata Motors around, eventually leading the company to global success with acquisitions like Jaguar Land Rover. This story of resilience mirrors BSNL’s own journey. Faced with immense challenges and doubts about its future, BSNL is now on the path to revival through the rollout of indigenous 4G and 5G, embodying the same spirit of perseverance and innovation that Ratan Tata exemplified.
May his soul rest in peace. We extend our deepest condolences to the Tata family and all those whose lives he touched.
